Chapter 56: Chapter 56: Return to Martial Academy
Translator: 549690339
After Xiao Chen had put away the box full of taels of silver, Lu Yun said to Captain Wang, “We won’t return to the county town, but go directly back to the Martial Academy. Captain Wang, after you return, report the situation of Black Tiger Village, Black Wolf Gang, and White Cloud Villa to Lord Zhao.”
“Young Master Lu, rest assured, I will report truthfully.”
“Alright, let’s part ways here.”
In the dark night, the figures of Lu Yun and Xiao Chen quickly disappeared.
Captain Wang stared at the darkness engulfing the two of them, lost in thought.
After all, he was also a government official and had been immersed in the position of the head of Green Cloud County for more than ten years. He not only knew many hidden secrets but was also very worldly-wise.
So after witnessing the talents and monstrous strength of Lu Yun and Xiao Chen, the first thing he thought of was to leave a good impression, but not in excess, lest it be counterproductive.
He withdrew his gaze, regained his composure, and slowly left for the county town.
The next morning.
Green Cloud County Government Office.
Zhao Wuji laughed and said, “Captain Wang, seeing you return safely, 1 am finally relieved.”
“Thank you for your concern, my lord. I am very grateful!”
“By the way, Captain Wang, why did only you come back, where are Young Master Lu and Young Master Xiao?”
“Young Master Lu and Young Master Xiao did not return to the county town. They returned to the Martial Academy last night and specifically instructed me to report the events of yesterday to my lord.” Captain Wang respectfully replied.
“Oh, since they have already gone back, then please give this official a detailed account of your journey.”
“Yes, my lord.”
Captain Wang responded and then proceeded to recount the incidents of Black Tiger Village, Black Wolf Gang, and White Cloud Villa to Zhao Wuji in full detail.
There was no artistic embellishment involved; the account was based entirely on what he had observed during their journey. Even so, it took him a full hour to finish, leaving his mouth somewhat parched.
Thud!
Upon hearing the report, Zhao Wuji had an ugly expression on his face and angrily crushed the teacup in his hand into pieces, splashing tea on the floor.
“How outrageous, truly outrageous! I let Qin Meng off the hook and even allowed him to run a business in Green Cloud County. I never expected that he would be involved with the White Lotus Sect. I was truly blind!”
Captain Wang’s expression remained unchanged as he calmly watched Zhao Wuji, saying nothing.
About ten minutes later, Zhao Wuji gradually calmed down and ordered, “Captain Wang, take some people and confiscate all the properties of White Cloud Villa in Green Cloud County. In addition, investigate all those who have had dealings with White Cloud Villa.”
“As long as I am the County Magistrate of Green Cloud County, I will never coexist with evil cults!”
“I will carry out your order!”
Captain Wang replied with a fist salute and left with his weapon.
In the main hall, Zhao Wuji’s expression fluctuated as he slowly said, “To be capable of killing True Qi Realm martial artists across levels… truly extraordinary!”
Martial Academy.
It took Lu Yun and Xiao Chen nearly ten days to return to the Martial Academy. After completing their tasks, they each received five hundred Contribution Points.
Due to inaccuracies in the information, with two True Qi Realm martial artists appearing, the difficulty level of the task increased. Once this is confirmed, the two will be able to receive an additional one thousand Contribution Points.
Of course, even with the capabilities of the Martial Academy, it would take some time to verify the details.
After leaving the Task Hall, the two of them went to the Pill Medicine Building together, ready to make good purchases.
Only by transforming resources into strength can they be truly used to their fullest extent.
On this point, both Lu Yun and Xiao Chen strongly agreed.
This was Lu Yun’s first visit to the Pill Medicine Building at the Martial Academy; the interior decorations were rather ordinary, not as luxurious as the Precious Woods Hall he had visited in Cloud Water County.
However, the items in the Pill Medicine Building at the Martial Academy were not something a small county shop could compare to.
“Which two Senior Brothers need pills?”
As soon as Lu Yun and Xiao Chen entered the Pill Medicine Building, a Martial Academy disciple approached and asked.
There were many disciples like this in the Pill Medicine Building, those who had just entered the Martial Academy for a short time and had low strength. They could not take on external tasks, so they had to take on some tasks within the Martial Academy in exchange for Contribution Points.
“Two bottles of Meridian Pills,” said Xiao Chen, stating his needs simply.
“Okay!” The disciple chuckled and immediately turned to look at Lu Yun.
Lu Yun hesitated for a moment, and then asked, “I want to ask, how many Contribution Points are needed for one bottle of Meridian Pills and Body Tempering Pills?”
The disciple paused, but still patiently replied, “A bottle of Meridian Pills costs 120 Contribution Points, and a bottle of Body Tempering Pills costs 25 Contribution Points.”
Lu Yun said, “In that case, I also want two bottles of Meridian Pills and two bottles of Body Tempering Pills.”
“Alright, please wait a moment!”
As the disciple left, Xiao Chen wanted to say something but hesitated.
Soon, the disciple quickly handed over four bottles of Meridian Pills and two bottles of Body Tempering Pills to Lu Yun and Xiao Chen.
After the two had deducted 290 and 240 Contribution Points respectively with their identity tokens, they left together.
“Junior Brother Lu, Body Tempering Pills won’t help martial artists in the Meridian Passage Realm with their cultivation. Why did you buy them?” Finally, Xiao Chen voiced the doubt in his heart after they had left the Pill Medicine Building.
“I have my own secret use.” Lu Yun smiled mysteriously, without revealing anything.
Xiao Chen didn’t mind, as everyone had their own secrets.
Upon arriving at the valley where the elite disciples lived, Xiao Chen said, “Junior Brother Lu, I have gained a lot from this trip and may need to enter seclusion for some time.”
“But rest assured, once I’ve dealt with those things, I’ll definitely share half of it with you.”
“Haha, 1 trust Senior Brother Xiao’s character!”
For someone like Xiao Chen who was purely talented in swordsmanship, Lu Yun was inherently fond of him. Furthermore, after spending nearly twenty days together, the two had come to know each other’s character well, even if they didn’t know everything about each other.
After exchanging pleasantries, the two parted ways.
Lu Yun did not return to his residence right away but directly went to Duan Qing’s courtyard instead.
Courtyard number 1045 was where Duan Qing lived.
“I’ll be right there!”
As soon as Lu Yun knocked on the door, Duan Qing’s voice came from inside.
“Who is it?” Duan Qing asked while walking over to open the door.
It wasn’t long before the courtyard gate creaked open, revealing a chubby, round figure.
“Lu Yun, Junior Brother Lu!”
Upon seeing that the visitor was Lu Yun, Duan Qing’s round face showed a pair of small eyes that were almost squeezed into a slit as he quickly greeted, “Junior Brother Lu, please come in and sit down.”
Without waiting for Lu Yun’s response, Duan Qing pulled and pushed him into the small courtyard.
After Duan Qing enthusiastically poured Lu Yun a cup of tea, he exclaimed, “Hehe, it’s been quite a while since 1 last saw you, Junior Brother Lu. I’m truly honored by your visit today!”
Lu Yun laughed and said, “1 had been out for a task with another Senior Brother a while ago, so I haven’t been at the Martial Academy.”
Having explained the situation, Lu Yun directly stated his purpose for visiting Duan Qing this time.
“This visit is not only for paying a visit but also for repaying Senior Brother Duan’s Contribution Points.”
“Don’t be so polite, Junior Brother Lu is really too polite!”
As he spoke, Duan Qing’s chubby little hand skillfully took out his identity jade plate..